Riyadh, October 23, 2025 — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has secured hosting rights for an elite ATP Masters 1000 tennis tournament starting in 2028, making it the first such expansion of the category in its 35-year history.
The tournament will feature a 56-player draw on outdoor hard courts, and organisers have indicated that Riyadh is likely to be the host city. The event is part of the broader strategy of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and its sports-investment arm to elevate Saudi Arabia’s position in global tennis.
Why This Is Significant
- Becoming the 10th host in the ATP Masters 1000 global roster places Saudi Arabia alongside tennis power hubs such as Indian Wells, Miami and Madrid.
- The event signifies a long-term commitment to tennis beyond exhibitions, showing that the Kingdom is investing in calendars, infrastructure and competitive staple events.
- It offers huge potential for local tennis development — academies, youth players and Saudi fans will benefit from having a top-tier event on home soil.
What to Watch Next
- Announcement of the exact venue and stadium details, which will set the tone for the event’s scale and legacy.
- How Saudi tennis federations and clubs prepare for the tournament: upgrading facilities, training programs and fan engagement will be key.
- Which global stars commit to the event and how the tournament positions itself on the international calendar so as to attract top talent.
- The broader impact: whether hosting a Masters 1000 will boost grassroots tennis in the Kingdom and encourage more Saudi players to rise through the ranks.
Saudi Arabia’s acquisition of an ATP Masters 1000 tournament is more than a sporting milestone — it’s a bold step toward becoming a central hub for global tennis. For KSAsportz, this story marks a major shift in the Kingdom’s sporting trajectory.